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What is the history of the game "rock, paper, scissors"?

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The game of "Rock, Paper, Scissors" is thought to have originated in China during the Han dynasty (206 BC to 220 AD). It is believed that this game eventually travelled to Europe, before gaining popularity in the United States in the early 1800s. In some countries, it is also known as ‘Ro-Sham-Bo’. The game has since become a popular worldwide pastime and a staple of popular culture.